1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP) has 455 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | McLaren | Subaru |
| Model | F1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
